Job Information
Publicis Groupe Accounting Business Analyst- Endure in Houston, Texas
Company description
Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally-enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.
Overview
We seek a highly skilled Senior Business Analyst with extensive experience in Accounting, Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems , and hands-on expertise in OpenLink Endur . The ideal candidate will play a critical role in bridging the gap between business requirements and technical solutions, ensuring seamless implementation, optimization, and integration of accounting processes within the ETRM landscape.
Responsibilities
Requirements Gathering & Analysis:
• Collaborate with stakeholders across accounting, trading, risk management, and IT teams to gather and document detailed business requirements.
• Analyze accounting workflows and identify opportunities for improvement within the ETRM systems.
ETRM & Endur Implementation:
• Serve as the primary liaison for projects involving Endur enhancements or customizations.
• Ensure accounting standards and regulatory requirements are met in system configurations.
• Partner with developers to design and validate Endur reports, interfaces, and customizations.
Process Improvement & Optimization:
• Assess current accounting processes in trading and risk environments and recommend system improvements.
• Develop streamlined solutions for trade capture, valuation, settlement, and accounting reconciliations.
Stakeholder Communication:
• Act as a trusted advisor to finance, trading, and operations teams, translating complex technical details into actionable insights.
• Prepare and present project updates, roadmaps, and deliverables to senior management.
Testing & Validation:
• Develop test cases, execute functional testing, and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for Endur configurations and integrations.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial reporting generated from the ETRM system.
Documentation & Training:
• Create detailed documentation, including business requirements, functional specifications, and process workflows.
• Train end-users on new system functionalities and processes.
Qualifications
Educational Background:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus.
Experience:
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with a focus on accounting and financial systems.
• Extensive experience with ETRM systems , particularly OpenLink Endur (configuration, reporting, and accounting modules).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes in energy trading environments.
Skills:
• Proficient in Endur modules such as Settlements, Accounting, and Risk.
• Experience with trade lifecycle management and integration of trading systems with accounting platforms.
• Knowledge of SQL, scripting, and Endur APIs is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with energy trading products (e.g., power, gas, oil, renewables).
• Experience with regulatory compliance and financial audits in trading environments.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools like Jira or Confluence.
Additional information
Pay Range: USD 108,000- 161,000
The range shown represents a grouping of relevant ranges currently in use at Publicis Sapient. Actual range for this position may differ, depending on location and specific skillset required for the work itself.
Benefits of Working Here:
Flexible vacation policy; time is not limited, allocated, or accrued
16 paid holidays throughout the year
Generous parental leave and new parent transition program
Tuition reimbursement
Corporate gift matching program
As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hiring@publicissapient.com or you may call us at +1-617-621-0200.
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